Family Events

 

Introduce the family to Shakespeare with activities created especially for younger audiences this October half term and beyond! From shows and storytelling sessions to workshops and family tours, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.

 

Author Events

Explore our family events series ‘Telling Tales’ featuring celebrated authors…

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Telling Tales with Piers Torday

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Join together for a spooky session in our beautiful Sam Wanamaker Playhouse with award-winning children’s author Piers Torday. Part of our family event series Telling Tales.
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Writing Tales with Shelina Janmohamed

Bankside
A creative writing session for families with author Shelina Janmohamed. Work together to explore the shape of your unique experience to unearth the most fascinating story of all – your own!
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Telling Tales with Joseph Coelho

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Explore the power of storytelling as award-winning author, poet, playwright, and Children’s Laureate 2022-2024 Joseph Coelho OBE shares ideas to spark imagination in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Part of our family event series Telling Tales.
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Workshops for 5-8 years

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Macbeth: Family Workshop (5-8 years)

Bankside
Join this gloriously spooky, fun and practical workshop exploring Macbeth, designed for children aged 5-8 and their families.
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The Tempest: Family Workshop (5-8 years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare’s The Tempest to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5 – 8 and their families.
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Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (5-8 Years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy to life in this fun and practical workshop aimed at children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
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Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop (5-8 years)

Bankside
Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive workshop aimed at ages 5–8 and their grown-ups.
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Hamlet Family Workshop (5-8 years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's moody tragedy to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
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Workshops for 9-11 years

Macbeth: Family Workshop (9-11 years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare’s gloriously spooky Macbeth to life in this fun and practical family workshop, designed for children aged 9–11 and their families.
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The Tempest: Family Workshop (9-11 years)

Bankside
A fun and practical workshop for children aged 9–11 and their families that brings to life the strange and wonderful world of Shakespeare's The Tempest.
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Macbeth: On Stage Family Workshop (9-11 years)

Bring Macbeth to life in this fun and practical workshop on one of our unique stages. This workshop is for young people aged 9-11 and their grown-ups.
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Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (9-11 Years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy to life in this fun and practical workshop aimed at children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
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Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop (9-11 years)

Bankside
Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive, engaging workshop, aimed at ages 9–11 and their families.
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Romeo and Juliet: Family Workshop (9-11 years)

Bankside
Bring Romeo and Juliet to life in this fun and practical Family Workshop. Designed for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
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Hamlet: Family Workshop (9-11 years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's moody tragedy Hamlet to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
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Family Storytellings

Introduce your family to the stories behind Shakespeare’s most famous plays…

Macbeth: Family Storytelling

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Come with us as we sweep you through the hurly-burly of Macbeth in a gloriously spooky and bloody storytelling set in medieval Scotland. For ages 5–12 and their families.
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Short Courses

Interactive courses, designed especially for aspiring young actors…

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Young Actors Short Course (8–10 years)

Bankside
A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 8–10.
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Tours & Demonstrations

Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

Bankside
This special family-friendly, spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.
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Sword Fighting Demonstration

Bankside
The Globe's expert Fight Team bring Early Modern stage combat to life, with the chance to handle the weapons yourself!
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During performances, prams are not permitted in the auditorium. Worn baby slings and carriers are welcome. We are happy to store prams and buggies during your visit, but please be aware that they will be unattended and left at your risk.

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